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FE06 XHD

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

131,710 mi
Last recorded131,710 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 XHD
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 131,710 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2016 127,730 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 120,373 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear x2 nails in tread

Rear child seat fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2015 120,373 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear x2 nails in tread

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear child seat fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2014 112,852 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

only 50% of high level brake light working

Pass 19 Nov 2013 103,061 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 88,590 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 88,590 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 72,967 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 69,437 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

all brake discs in poor condition

both front tyres and nearside rear tyre starting to wear uneven

Pass 29 May 2010 55,572 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 55,572 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 45,081 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 37,442 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 37,442 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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FE06 XHD is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 87,989 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE06 XHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE06 XHD registered?

FE06 XHD is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 20 March 2006.

Is FE06 XHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE06 XHD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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